GE DPVH891, DPVH890, UPVH890 Owner’s Manual & Installation Instructions
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Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . 2–4
Operating Instructions
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5–8
Cycle Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9, 10
Demand Response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Dryer Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10, 11
Quick Start Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Settings Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Using the Dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Installation Instructions
Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14, 15 Connecting the Inlet Hoses . . . . . . . . .17 Connecting a Gas Dryer . . . . . . . .18–21 Connecting an
Electric Dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22–24 Exhausting the Dryer . . . . . . . . . . .25–31 Final Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Installing the Pedestal . . . . . . . . . .42–44 Location of your Dryer . . . . . . . . . .15, 16 Reversing the Door Swing . . . . . .33–38 Stacking the Washer
and Dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39–41
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . .45–48
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . . . . . Back Cover
Warranty (Canada) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Warranty (U.S.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Owner’s Manual &
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Write the model and serial numbers here:
Model # ______________
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They are on the label on the front of the dryer behind the door.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death.
■Do not store or use gasoline or other |
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WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
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Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.
Clear the room, building or area of all occupants.
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Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions carefully.
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act
This act requires the governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances.
Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to four of these substances, namely benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde and soot, caused primarily by the incomplete combustion of natural gas or LP fuels.
Properly adjusted dryers will minimize incomplete combustion. Exposure to these substances can be minimized further by properly venting the dryer to the outdoors.
PROPER INSTALLATION
This dryer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. Installation Instructions are included in the back of this manual.
■Properly ground dryer to conform with all governing codes and ordinances. Follow details in Installation Instructions.
■Install or store where it will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to water or weather.
■Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.
■Remove all sharp packing items and dispose of all shipping materials properly.
Exhaust/Ducting
1Dryers MUST be exhausted to the outside to prevent large amounts of moisture and lint from being blown into the room.
2Use only rigid metal 4″ diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet. Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4-in diameter ductwork for exhausting to the outdoors. Never use plastic or other combustible, easy-to-puncture ductwork.
For complete details, follow the Installation Instructions.
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WARNING!
YOUR LAUNDRY AREA
■Keep the area underneath and around your appliances free of combustible materials, (lint, paper, rags, etc.), gasoline, chemicals and other flammable vapors and liquids.
■Keep the floor around your appliances clean and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.
■Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used by or near children. Do not allow children to play on, with or inside this or any other appliance.
■Keep the area around the exhaust opening and adjacent surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint, dust and dirt.
■Keep all laundry aids (such as detergents, bleaches, etc.) out of the reach of children, preferably in a locked cabinet. Observe all warnings on container labels to avoid injury.
■Never climb on or stand on the dryer top.
WHEN USING YOUR DRYER
■Never reach into the dryer while the drum is moving. Before loading, unloading or adding clothes, wait until the drum has completely stopped.
■Clean the lint filter before each load to prevent lint accumulation inside the dryer or in the room. DO
NOT OPERATE THE DRYER WITHOUT THE LINT FILTER IN PLACE.
■Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or spotted
with combustible or explosive substances (such as wax, oil, paint, gasoline, degreasers, dry-cleaning solvents, kerosene, etc.). These substances give off vapors that may ignite or explode. Do not add these substances to the wash water. Do not use or place these substances around your washer
or dryer during operation.
■Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer. Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause a clothes load to catch fire.
■Any article on which you have used a cleaning solvent or that contains flammable materials (such as cleaning cloths, mops, towels used in beauty salons, restaurants or barber shops, etc.) must not be placed in or near the dryer until solvents or flammable materials have been removed. There are many highly flammable items
used in homes such as acetone, denatured alcohol, gasoline, kerosene, some household cleaners, some spot removers, turpentines, waxes, wax removers and products containing petroleum distillates.
■The laundry process can reduce the flame retardancy of fabrics. To avoid such a result, carefully follow the garment manufacturer’s care instructions.
■Do not dry articles containing rubber, plastic
or similar materials such as padded bras, tennis shoes, galoshes, bath mats, rugs, bibs, baby pants, plastic bags, pillows, etc. that may melt or burn. Some rubber materials, when heated, can under certain circumstances produce fire by spontaneous combustion.
■Do not store plastic, paper or clothing that may burn or melt on top of the dryer during operation.
■Garments labeled Dry Away from Heat or Do Not Tumble Dry (such as life jackets containing Kapok) must not be put in your dryer.
■Do not dry fiberglass articles in your dryer. Skin irritation could result from the remaining particles that may be picked up by clothing during subsequent dryer uses.
■To minimize the possibility of electric shock, unplug this appliance from the power supply or disconnect the dryer at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker before attempting any maintenance or cleaning (except the removal and cleaning of the lint filter). NOTE: Pressing START/PAUSE or POWER does NOT disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
■If you see water on the floor around the dryer, call for service.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
WHEN USING YOUR DRYER (cont.)
■Never attempt to operate this appliance if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug.
■The interior of the machine and the exhaust duct connection inside the dryer should be cleaned at least once a year by a qualified technician. See the Sorting and Loading Hints section on page 12.
■If yours is a gas dryer, it is equipped with an automatic electric ignition and does not have a pilot light. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LIGHT WITH
A MATCH. Burns may result from having your hand in the vicinity of the burner when the automatic ignition turns on.
■Do not open the dryer door during steam cycles. The steam is very hot and it will continue to exhaust from the port for several seconds after opening. Do not touch the steam port after a steam cycle.
■Do not use a steam cycle with items such as wool, leather, silk, lingerie, foam products or electric blankets.
■Do not use steam cycles on new clothes without first washing.
■You may wish to soften your laundered fabrics or reduce the static electricity in them by using a dryer-applied fabric softener or an anti-static conditioner. We recommend you use either
a fabric softener in the wash cycle, according to the manufacturer’s instructions for those
products, or try a dryer-added product for which the manufacturer gives written assurance on the package that their product can be safely used in your dryer. Service or performance problems caused by use of these products are the responsibility of the manufacturers of those
products and are not covered under the warranty of this appliance.
■Never attempt to use the Steam Dewrinkle or Steam Refresh cycles without clothes in the drum. Additionally, it is highly recommended to select the appropriate load size for best results. Selecting large load cycles for small loads may result in wetting of clothes, and selecting small load cycles for large loads may result in poor dewrinkling performance.
WHEN NOT USING YOUR DRYER
■Grasp the plug firmly when disconnecting this appliance to avoid damage to the cord while pulling. Place the cord away from traffic areas so it will not be stepped on, tripped over or subjected to damage.
■Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of this appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in this Owner’s Manual or in published user-repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.
■Before discarding a dryer, or removing it from service, remove the dryer door to prevent children from hiding inside.
■Do not tamper with controls.
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
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Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
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Press to “wake up” the display. If the display is active, press to turn the dryer off.
NOTE: Pressing POWER does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
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About the dryer control panel.
2 Dry Cycles
The dry cycle controls the cycle time for the drying process. The chart below will help you match the dry setting with the loads.
Sensor Cycles
COTTONS For cottons and most linens.
NORMAL/ For loads consisting of cottons and poly-blends.
MIXED LOAD
WRINKLE FREE For wrinkle-free/easy care and permanent press items.
ACTIVE WEAR Clothing worn for active sports exercise and some casual wear. Fabrics include new technology finishes and stretch fibers such as Spandex.
DELICATES For lingerie and special-care fabrics.
SPEED DRY For small loads that are needed in a hurry, such as sports or school uniforms. Can also be used if the previous cycle left some items damp, such as collars or waistbands.
Timed Dry Cycles
STEAM For slightly wrinkled dry garments. Significantly reduces wrinkles on 1–5 garments. REFRESH Selecting a higher number of garments for the cycle (e.g., selecting 5-garment load
for a 1-garment load) may result in excessive wetting of clothes. After the SteamRefresh Cycle, the unit will beep and display “Garments Ready” and “0:00.” If the unit is not turned off or if the door is not opened, the dryer will continue to tumble for 30 minutes. At the end of 30 minutes, it will display “0:00” and “Cycle Complete.”
A single extremely light fabric item may need to have an additional item included in the steam refresh cycle to achieve optimum results.
STEAM For use with larger loads than STEAM REFRESH. Ideal for loads left in dryer for an extended DEWRINKLE time. Selecting a larger cycle than needed (e.g., selecting Large Load for a half-full dryer)
may result in excessive wetting of clothes.
WARM UP Provides 10 minutes of warming time to warm up clothes.
My Cycle (on some models)
MY CYCLE Press to use, create or modify custom dry cycles.
3 Timed Dry
Use to set your own dry time. TIMED DRY is also recommended for small loads.
To use TIMED DRY:
1.Turn dry cycle dial to TIMED DRY.
2.Select the drying time by pressing the ▲ and ▼ buttons. You can increase the time in 10-minute increments up to 21⁄ 2 hours.
3.Select the DRY TEMP.
4.Close the door.
5.Press START/PAUSE.
4 Sensor Dry Level
The sensor continuously monitors the amount of moisture in the load. When the moisture in your clothes reaches your selected dry level, the dryer will stop.
EXTRA DRY Use for heavy-duty fabrics or items that should be very dry, such as towels.
MORE DRY Use for heavy or mixed type of fabrics.
DRY Use for normal dryness level suitable for most loads. This is the preferred cycle for energy saving.
LESS DRY Use for lighter fabric (ideal for ironing).
DAMP For leaving items partially damp.
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ANTI-BACTERIAL This option may only be used with COTTONS or MIXED LOAD cycles. This option reduces certain types of bacteria by 99.9%, including: Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Klebsiella pneumoniae*. The anti-bacterial process occurs when high heat is used during a portion of this drying cycle.
NOTE: Do not use this cycle on delicate fabrics.
*The Anti-Bacterial Cycle is Certified by NSF International (formerly National Sanitation Foundation) to NSF Protocol P154 Sanitization Performance of Residential Clothes Dryers.
HIGH For regular to heavy cottons.
MEDIUM For synthetics, blends and items labeled permanent press.
LOW For delicates, synthetics and items labeled Tumble Dry Low.
EXTRA LOW For lingerie and special-care fabrics.
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These custom settings can be set while a cycle is in progress.
To store a MY CYCLE combination of settings:
1.Select your drying cycle.
2.Change DRY TEMP and SENSOR DRY LEVEL settings to fit your needs.
3.Select any drying OPTIONS you want.
4.Press and hold the MY CYCLE button for 3 seconds to store your selection. A beep will sound and the button will light up.
To recall your stored MY CYCLE combination:
Press the MY CYCLE button before drying a load. The light around the button will light up when MY CYCLE is selected.
To change your stored MY CYCLE combination:
Follow Steps 1–4 in “To store a MY CYCLE combination of settings.”
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This message stays on for 15 minutes after the cycle finishes. This message is only a reminder.
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About the dryer control panel.
9Specialty Cycles
1.Turn the CYCLE knob to SPECIAL CYCLES. A list of cycle options will appear in the display.
2.Using the cursor buttons, select a CATEGORY.
3.Using the cursor buttons, select a CYCLE.
Press the BACK button to take you back to the CATEGORIES.
4.Press ENTER to select.
5.Press the START/PAUSE button.
SPECIALTY CYCLES include:
Garments
■Coats
■Hosiery/Bras (use mesh bag)
■Jeans
■Khakis
Bed and Bath
■Blankets (Cotton)
■Comforters
■Sheets
■Towels
Other Specialty
■Air Fluff
■Dryel
■Fleece
■Fragile Cotton
■Performance Fabrics
■Pet Bedding
■Play Clothes
■Sleeping Bags
■Rack Dry
■Throw Rugs
Washer Communicated Cycles
To turn on communication, press the SETTINGS button on the washer control panel. When “DRYER LINK” appears in the display, press ENTER. Using the arrow keys, select ON; then press ENTER.
When the washer cycle is completed, the washer will communicate with the dryer when any button on the control panel is touched or the door is opened.
The washer will display, “TRANSFERRING CYCLE INFORMATION TO THE DRYER” and the dryer will display, “RECEIVING CYCLE INFORMATION TO THE DRYER”.
The dryer will only communicate with the washer if the dryer is not running a cycle.
If the washer starts a new cycle before the dryer has a chance to communicate with it, the information will be lost.
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Extend Tumble
Minimizes wrinkles by adding approximately 60 minutes of no-heat tumbling after clothes are dry.
The light around the button will light up when
EXTEND TUMBLE is on.
Extend Tumble is automatically selected for the SteamRefresh cycle and cannot be deselected. Dryer will beep and display “Garments Ready” when SteamRefresh is
complete. The dryer will continue in Extend Tumble until the door is opened.
Damp Alert
This option causes the dryer to beep when clothes have dried to a damp level. Remove items that you wish to hang dry. The DAMP ALERTwill only beep when this option is selected.
Removing clothes and hanging them when they are damp can reduce the need to iron some items.
The light around the button will light up when
DAMP ALERT is on.
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Use to delay the start of your dryer.
1.Choose your dry cycle and any options.
2.Press DELAY START. You can change the delay time in 1/2-hour increments, using the ▲ or ▼ arrow pads.
3.Press the START/PAUSE button to start the countdown.
The countdown time will be shown in the
ESTIMATED TIME REMAININGdisplay.
NOTES:
■If the door is opened while the dryer is in DELAY, the countdown time will not restart unless the door is closed and START/PAUSE button has been pressed again.
■You can delay the start of a dry cycle up to 24 hours.
The light around the button will light up when
DELAY START is on.
Press to lock control. Hold 3 seconds to unlock.
Lock
You can lock the controls to prevent any selections from being made. Or you can lock the controls after you have started a cycle.
Children cannot accidentally start the dryer by touching pads with this option selected.
To lock the dryer, press the LOCK button.
To unlock the dryer, press and hold the LOCK button for 3 seconds.
The light around the LOCK button will light up when the controls are locked.
Even though the controls are locked, the POWER button is still active in case you have to turn the unit off.
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About cycle options.
NOTE: Not all features are available on all dryer models.
Settings
Under the SETTINGS option, you can adjust the volume or the brightness of the display.
VOLUME
■End of Cycle (signal) volume can be set from HIGH, MED, LOW or OFF.
■Control Sounds volume can be set from
HIGH, MED, LOW or OFF.
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS can be set from HIGH, MED or LOW.
After you have made your selection, press ENTER.
About dryer features.
Drum Lamp
Before replacing the light bulb, be sure to unplug the dryer power cord or disconnect the dryer at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker. Reach above dryer opening from inside the drum. Remove the bulb and replace with the same size bulb.
Built-In Rack Dry System
A handy drying rack may be used for drying items such as tennis shoes. Place items flat on the drying rack and block such items as wool sweaters and delicate fabrics. Dry with low heat.
To install the Built-In Rack Dry System
1. Make sure the drum of the dryer is oriented so the rack drying system is on the left side of the dryer.
2.Pull the drying rack screen out from the left side and engage the handle “posts” in the opposite baffle slots.
3. Place the garment on the rack and close the door. 4. Press the DRYER RACK button.
5. Select desired TIME.
6. Press the START/PAUSE button.
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■ Do not use this drying rack when there are other clothes in the dryer.
■ Make sure to detach the drying rack at the end of the cycle and fully
retract the screen back into the baffle.
Engage the handle posts
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To Use the Built-In Hook for Hanging Garments
1.Make sure the drum of the dryer is oriented so the hook is on the top center of the dryer.
2.Using your finger, pull the hook out of the baffle.
3.Hang the garment on a hanger, hang the hanger on the hook and close the door.
4.Press the DRYER RACK button.
5.Select the desired time.
6.Press the START/PAUSE button.
Reverse Tumble™
All Profile front-load matching dryers are equipped with the Reverse Tumble™ feature, as part of the Duo Dry Plus system™. By reversing the direction
of drum rotation during the drying cycle, your dryer will tangle the clothes load less, dry more evenly and improve drying times. Typical loads such as bed and bath mixed loads, where sheets, towels and pillow cases are laundered together, benefit from this capability. When the dryer reverses direction, there will be a slight pause and sound change. This is normal.
All dryer cycles utilize this feature, except when the rack dry option is selected, in which case the drum does not tumble.
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Using the dryer.
Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering.
Sorting and Loading Hints
As a general rule, if clothes are sorted properly for the washer, they are sorted properly for the dryer. Try also to sort items according to size. For example, do not dry a sheet with socks or other small items.
Do not add fabric softener sheets once the load has become warm. They may cause fabric softener stains. Bounce® Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets have
been approved for use in this dryer when used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
See below for lint filter cleaning instructions.
Do not overload. This wastes energy and causes wrinkling.
Do not dry the following items: fiberglass items, woolens, rubber-coated items, plastics, items with plastic trim and foam-filled items.
Fabric Care Labels
Below are fabric care label “symbols” that affect the clothing you will be laundering.
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Care and Cleaning of the Dryer
Dryer Interior and Duct: The interior of the appliance and exhaust duct should be cleaned once a year by qualified service personnel.
The Exterior: Wipe or dust any spills or washing compounds with a damp cloth. Dryer control panel and finishes may be damaged by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain remover products. Apply these products away from the dryer. The fabric may then be washed and dried normally. Damage to your dryer caused by these products is not covered by your warranty.
Do not touch the surface or the display with sharp objects.
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Vacuum the lint from the dryer lint filter if you notice a change in dryer performance.
Stainless Steel: To clean stainless steel surfaces, use a damp cloth with a mild, nonabrasive cleaner suitable for stainless steel surfaces. Remove the cleaner residue, and then dry with a clean cloth.
The stainless steel used to make the dryer drum provides the highest reliability available in a GE dryer. If
the dryer drum should be scratched or dented during normal use, the drum will not rust or corrode. These surface blemishes will not affect the function or durability of the drum.
The Exhaust Hood: Check with a mirror that the inside flaps of the hood move freely when operating. Make sure that there is no wildlife (birds, insects, etc.) nesting inside the duct or hood.
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The following demand response features are available as part of a pilot test program with the local utility company to help consumers reduce peak electricity usage in the home.
Settings Menu
Press SETTINGS; then select Energy Management.
Installation
The preferred location for the module installation is on top of the clothes dryer.
Details on how to connect the cables to the module are in the instructions that come with the module.
Wait 5 minutes; then press the Settings button. Scroll and look for the energy management screen as seen below.
This screen means the module is attached correctly and you can begin to use your DR-enabled appliance following the instructions below.
If the Energy Management Screen is not available, refer to the DR module troubleshooting guide.
Delay Eco Override
If you are starting a cycle in a Critical or High utility rate, this option allows the unit to automatically run on an Eco Cycle. This setting will operate with less energy than normal cycles. Default setting is YES.
Auto-Extend Delays
If a timed delay is selected, this option allows for the scheduled start to extend if the utility rate is Critical or High at the scheduled start. The default setting will automatically extend these cycles.
Timed Dry Eco Option
If the unit is running in Timed Dry Mode and the utility rate switches to Critical or High, the unit will conserve energy by decreasing heat if YES (default) is selected. If NO is selected, the unit will operate normally.
Quick Guide
There are 4 power levels available: Critical, High, Medium and Low. On the Medium and Low levels, the unit runs as normal. The following steps show how the unit reacts during startup at Critical and High power levels.
Option 1 (Delay Eco)
During startups at Critical and High levels, the unit will delay starting until the level becomes Medium or Low. Press the
START/PAUSE button.
NOTE: When YES (default) is selected, your load may be damp at the end of the cycle.
In order for the demand response features on the appliance to work, additional equipment is required to be installed to interface with the local utility. Such equipment may be sold separately and/or is available through your utility as part of the pilot test program. Check with your utility company to see if a pilot test program is available in your area and for full details.
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Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our Web site at: GEAppliances.com In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or visit www.GEAppliances.ca
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
• IMPORTANT– Save these instructions for local electrical inspector’s use.
• IMPORTANT– Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
•Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer’s instructions and local codes.
•Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these instructions with the Consumer.
•Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions for future reference.
•Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualified installer.
•This dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors.
•Before the old dryer is removed from service or discarded, remove the dryer door.
•Service information and the wiring diagram are located in the control console.
•Do not allow children on or in the appliance. Close supervision of children is necessary when the appliance is used near children.
•Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.
•Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the Warranty.
•Install the dryer where the temperature is above 50°F for satisfactory operation of the dryer control system.
•Remove and discard existing plastic or metal foil duct and replace with UL-listed duct.
CALIFORNIA SAFE DRINKING WATER AND TOXIC ENFORCEMENT ACT
This act requires the governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances. Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to four of these substances, namely benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde and soot, caused primarily by the incomplete combustion of natural gas or LP fuels. Properly adjusted dryers will minimize incomplete combustion. Exposure to these substances can be minimized further by properly venting the dryer to the outdoors.
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
WARNING – Risk of Fire
•To reduce the risk of severe injury or death, follow all installation instructions.
•Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualified installer.
•Install the clothes dryer according to these instructions and in accordance with local codes.
•This dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors.
•Use only 4″ rigid metal ducting for exhausting the clothes dryer to the outdoors.
•DO NOT install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic ducting materials. If flexible metal (semi-rigid or foil-type) duct is installed, it must be UL-listed and installed in accordance with the instructions found in “Connecting the Dryer to House Vent” on page 26 of this manual. Flexible ducting materials are known to collapse, be easily crushed and trap lint. These conditions will obstruct dryer airflow and increase the risk of fire.
•Do not install or store this appliance in any location where it could be exposed to water and/or weather.
•Save these instructions. (Installers: Be sure to leave these instructions with the customer.)
FOR GAS MODELS ONLY:
NOTE: Installation and service of this dryer must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts:
•This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter.
•When using ball-type gas shut-off valves, they shall be T-handle-type.
•A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet.
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Installation Instructions
UNPACKING YOUR DRYER
Tilt the dryer sideways and remove the foam shipping pads by pulling at the sides and breaking them away from the dryer legs. Be sure to remove all of the foam pieces around the legs.
Remove the bag containing the literature and serial cable.
LOCATION OF YOUR DRYER
MINIMUM CLEARANCE OTHER THAN ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION
Minimum clearance to combustible surfaces and for air openings are:
•0 inch clearance both sides
•1 inch front
•3 inches rear
Consideration must be given to provide adequate clearance for proper operation and service.
DRYER DIMENSIONS
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REQUIREMENTS FOR ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION
•Your dryer is approved for installation in an alcove or closet, as stated on a label on the dryer back.
•The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors. See the EXHAUSTING THE DRYER section.
•Minimum clearance between dryer cabinet and adjacent walls or other surfaces is:
0″ either side
3″ front and rear
•Minimum vertical space from floor to overhead shelves, cabinets, ceilings, etc., is 52″.
•Closet doors must be louvered or otherwise ventilated and have at least 60 square inches of open area equally distributed. If the closet contains both a washer and a dryer, doors must
contain a minimum of 120 square inches of open area equally distributed.
•The closet should be vented to the outdoors to prevent gas pocketing in case of gas in the supply line.
•No other fuel-burning appliance shall be installed in the same closet with the dryer (gas models only).
NOTE: WHEN THE EXHAUST DUCT IS LOCATED AT THE REAR OF THE DRYER, MINIMUM CLEARANCE FROM THE WALL IS 5.5 INCHES.
BATHROOM OR BEDROOM
INSTALLATION
•The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors. See EXHAUSTING THE DRYER.
•The installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70 (for electric dryers) or NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE, ANSI Z223 (for gas dryers).
MOBILE OR MANUFACTURED HOME INSTALLATION
•The installation must conform to the MANUFACTURED HOME CONSTRUCTION & SAFETY STANDARD, TITLE 24, PART 32–80 or, when such standard is not applicable, with AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARD FOR MOBILE HOME,
NO. 501B.
•The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors with the termination securely fastened to the mobile home structure. (See EXHAUSTING THE DRYER.)
•The vent MUST NOT be terminated beneath a mobile or manufactured home.
•The vent duct material MUST BE METAL.
•FOR GAS MODELS ONLY: KIT 14-D346-33 MUST be used to attach the dryer securely to the structure.
•FOR GAS MODELS ONLY: The vent MUST NOT be connected to any other duct, vent or chimney.
•Do not use sheet metal screws or other refastening devices which extend into the interior of the exhaust vent.
•Provide an opening with a free area of at least 25 sq. in. for introduction of outside air into the dryer room.
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CONNECTING INLET HOSES
CONNECTING INLET HOSES
To produce steam, the dryer must connect to the cold water supply. Since the washer must also connect to the cold water, a “Y” connector is inserted to allow both inlet hoses to make that connection at the same time.
NOTE: Use the new inlet hoses provided; never use old hoses.
1.Turn the cold water faucet off. Remove the washer inlet hose from the washer fill valve connector (cold).
2.Ensure the rubber flat washer is in place and screw the female coupling of the short hose onto the washer fill valve connector. Tighten by hand until firmly seated.
3.Attach the female end of the ‘’Y’’ connector
to the male coupling of the short hose. Ensure the rubber flat washer is in place. Tighten
by hand until firmly seated.
4.Insert the filter screen in the coupling of the washer’s inlet hose. If a rubber flat washer is already in place remove it before installing
the filter screen. Attach this coupling to one male end of the ‘’Y’’ connector. Tighten by hand until firmly seated.
5.Ensure the rubber flat washer is in place and attach the dryer’s long inlet hose to the other male end of the ‘’Y’’ connector. Tighten by hand until firmly seated.
6.Ensure the rubber flat washer is in place and attach the other end of the dryer’s long inlet hose to the fill valve connector at the bottom of the dryer back panel. Tighten by hand until firmly seated.
CONNECTING INLET HOSES (cont.)
7.Using pliers, tighten all the couplings with an additional two–thirds turn.
NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to the couplings may result.
8.Turn the water faucet on.
9.Check for leaks around the ‘’Y’’ connector, faucet and hose couplings.
WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
Hot and cold water faucets MUST be installed within 42 in. (107 cm) of your washer’s water inlet. The faucets MUST be 3/4 in. (1.9 cm) garden hose-type so inlet hoses can be connected. Water pressure MUST be between 10 and 120 pounds per square inch. Your water department can advise you of your water pressure.
NOTE: A water softener is recommended to reduce buildup of scale inside the steam generator
if the home water supply is very hard.
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CONNECTING A GAS DRYER (skip for electric dryers)
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WARNING
Before beginning the installation, turn off
the circuit breaker(s) or remove the dryer’s circuit fuse(s) at the electrical box. Be sure the dryer cord is unplugged from the wall.
Turn the dryer’s gas shut-off valve in the supply line to the OFF position.
Shut-off
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Disconnect and discard old flexible gas connector and ducting material.
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GAS REQUIREMENTS
WARNING
•Installation must conform to local codes and ordinances, or in their absence, the NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE, ANSI Z223.
•This gas dryer is equipped with a Valve and Burner Assembly for use only with natural gas. Using conversion kit 14-A048, your local service organization can convert this dryer for use with propane (LP) gas. ALL CONVERSIONS MUST BE MADE BY PROPERLY TRAINED AND QUALIFIED PERSONNEL AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL CODES AND ORDINANCE REQUIREMENTS.
•The dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at a test pressure in excess of
0.5 PSI (3.4 KPa).
•The dryer must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing the equipment shut-off valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping of test pressure equal to or less than 0.5 PSI (3.4KPa).
DRYER GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION
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NOTE: Add to vertical dimension the distance between cabinet bottom to floor.
GAS SUPPLY
•A 1/8″ National Pipe Taper thread plugged tapping, accessible for test gauge connection, must be installed immediately upstream of the gas supply connection to the dryer. Contact your local gas utility should you have questions on the installation of the plugged tapping.
•Supply line is to be 1/2″ rigid pipe and equipped with an accessible shutoff within 6 feet of, and in the same room with, the dryer.
•Use pipe thread compound appropriate for natural or LP gas or use Teflon® tape.
•Connect flexible metal connector to dryer and gas supply.
IN THE COMMONWEALTH
OF MASSACHUSETTS
•This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter.
•When using ball-type gas shut-off valves, they shall be the T-handle type.
•A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet.
ADJUSTING FOR ELEVATION
•Gas clothes dryers input ratings are based on sea level operation and need not be adjusted for operation at or below 2000 ft. elevation.
For operation at elevations above 2000 ft., input ratings should be reduced at a rate of 4 percent for each 1000 ft. above sea level.
•Installation must conform to local codes and ordinances or, in their absence, the NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE, ANSI Z223.
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CONNECTING A GAS DRYER (cont.)
CONNECTING THE DRYER
TO THE GAS SUPPLY
AInstall a female 3/8″ NPT elbow at the end of the dryer gas inlet.
Install a 3/8″ flare union adapter to the female elbow.
IMPORTANT: Use a pipe wrench to securely hold on to the end of the dryer gas inlet
to prevent twisting the inlet.
NOTE: Apply pipe compound or Teflon® tape to the threads of the adapter and dryer gas inlet.
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Apply pipe compound to the adapter and dryer gas inlet.
CTighten the flexible gas line connection, using two adjustable wrenches.
CONNECTING THE DRYER
TO THE GAS SUPPLY (cont.)
DInstall a 1/8″ NPT plugged tapping to the dryer gas line shut-off valve for checking gas inlet pressure.
Install a flare union adapter to the plugged tapping.
NOTE: Apply pipe compound or Teflon® tape to the threads of the adapter and plugged tapping.
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F Open the gas shut-off valve.
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TEST FOR LEAKS
WARNING – Never use an open flame to test for gas leaks.
Check all connections for leaks with soapy solution or equivalent.
Apply a soap solution. The leak test solution must not contain ammonia, which could cause damage to the brass fittings.
If leaks are found, close the valve, retighten the joint and repeat the soap test.
Open Gas
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION FOR GAS DRYERS
WARNING – To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock and personal injury:
•Do not use an extension cord or an adapter plug with this appliance.
•The dryer must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes and ordinances, or in the absence of local codes, in accordance
with the NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
FOR GAS DRYERS
This appliance must be supplied with 120V, 60Hz, and connected to a properly grounded branch circuit, protected by a 15or 20-amp circuit breaker or time-delay fuse.
If electrical supply provided does not meet
the above specifications, it is recommended that a licensed electrician install an approved outlet.
WARNING – This dryer is equipped with a three-prong (grounding) plug for your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded threeprong receptacle. Do not cut or remove the grounding terminal from this plug.
Ensure proper ground exists before use.
If local codes permit, an external ground wire (not provided), which meets local codes, may be added by attaching to the green ground screw on the rear of the dryer, and to an alternate established ground.
Ensure proper ground exists before use.
Ground
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CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER (skip for gas dryers)
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
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4″ dia. metal elbow
3/4″ strain relief (UL recognized)
4″ duct clamps (2) or
4″ spring clamps (2)
Safety glasses
4″ dia. metal duct (recommended)
4″ dia., UL-listed flexible metal duct (if needed)
Gloves
Exhaust hood
Duct tape
Dryer power cord kit (not provided with dryer)
UL rated 120/240V, 30A with 3 or 4 prongs. Identify the plug type as per the house receptacle before purchasing line cord.
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
WARNING
Before making the electrical connection, turn off the circuit breaker(s) or remove the dryer’s circuit fuse(s) at the electrical box. Be sure the dryer cord is unplugged from the wall. NEVER LEAVE THE ACCESS COVER OFF THE TERMINAL BLOCK.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS
WARNING – To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock and personal injury:
•Do not use an extension cord or an adapter plug with this appliance.
•The dryer must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes and ordinances or, in the absence of local codes, in accordance with the NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70.
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS
This dryer must be connected to an individual branch circuit, protected by the required timedelay fuses or circuit breakers. A threeor fourwire, single-phase, 120/240V, 60Hz, 30-amp circuit is required.
If the electric supply does not meet the above specifications, then call a licensed electrician.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This dryer must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipmentgrounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment grounding terminal on the appliance.
CONNECTING DRYER USING 4-WIRE CONNECTION (MUST BE USED FOR MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION)
NOTE: Since January 1, 1996, the National Electrical Code requires that new constructions utilize a 4-wire connection to an electric dryer. A 4-wire cord must also be used where local codes do not permit grounding through the neutral.
3-wire connection is NOT for use on new construction.
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1.Turn off the circuit breaker(s) (30 amp) or remove the dryer’s circuit fuse at the electrical box.
2.Be sure the dryer cord is unplugged from the wall receptacle.
3.Remove the power cord cover located at the lower back.
4.Remove and discard ground strap. Keep the green ground screw for Step 7.
5.Install 3/4 in. UL-recognized strain relief to power cord entry hole. Bring power cord through strain relief.
6.Connect power cord as follows:
A.Connect the 2 hot lines to the outer screws of the terminal block (marked L1 and L2).
B.Connect the neutral (white) line to the center of the terminal block (marked N).
7.Attach ground wire of power cord with the green ground screw (hole above strain relief bracket). Tighten all terminal block screws (3) completely.
8.Properly secure power cord to strain relief.
9.Reinstall the cover.
WARNING – NEVER LEAVE THE COVER OFF OF THE TERMINAL BLOCK.
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CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER (cont.)
CONNECTING DRYER USING 3-WIRE
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1.Turn off the circuit breaker(s) (30 amp) or remove the dryer’s circuit fuse at the electrical box.
2.Be sure the dryer cord is unplugged from the wall receptacle.
3.Remove the power cord cover located at the lower back.
4.Install 3/4-in. UL-recognized strain relief to power cord entry hole. Bring power cord through strain relief.
5.Connect power cord as follows:
A.Connect the 2 hot lines to the outer screws of the terminal block (marked L1 and L2).
B.Connect the neutral (white) line to the center of the terminal block (marked N).
6.Be sure ground strap is connected to neutral (center) terminal of block and to green ground screw on cabinet rear. Tighten all terminal block screws (3) completely.
7.Properly secure power cord to strain relief.
8.Reinstall the cover.
WARNING – NEVER LEAVE THE
COVER OFF OF THE TERMINAL BLOCK.
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Installation Instructions
EXHAUSTING THE DRYER
WARNING – To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury:
•This clothes dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors.
•Use only 4″ rigid metal ducting for the home exhaust duct.
•Use only 4″ rigid metal or UL-listed flexible metal (semi-rigid or foil-type) duct to connect the dryer to the home exhaust duct. It must be installed in accordance with the instructions found in
“Connecting the Dryer to House Vent” on page 26 of this manual.
•Do not terminate exhaust in a chimney, a wall, a ceiling, gas vent, crawl space, attic, under an enclosed floor, or in any other concealed space of a building.
•Never terminate the exhaust into a common duct with a kitchen exhaust system. A combination of grease and lint creates a potential fire hazard.
•Do not use duct longer than specified in the exhaust length table. Longer ducts can accumulate lint, creating a potential fire hazard.
•Never install a screen in or over the exhaust duct. This will cause lint to accumulate, creating a potential fire hazard.
•Do not assemble ductwork with any fasteners that extend into the duct. These fasteners can accumulate lint, creating a potential fire hazard.
•Do not obstruct incoming or exhausted air.
•Provide an access for inspection and cleaning of the exhaust system, especially at turns and joints. Exhaust system shall be inspected and cleaned at least once a year.
•This dryer comes ready for rear exhausting. If space is limited, use the instructions on pages 29–31 to exhaust directly from the sides or bottom of the cabinet.
EXHAUST SYSTEM CHECKLIST
HOOD OR WALL CAP
•Terminate in a manner to prevent back drafts or entry of birds or other wildlife.
•Termination should present minimal resistance to the exhaust airflow and should require little or no maintenance to prevent clogging.
•Never install a screen in or over the exhaust duct.
•Wall caps must be installed at least 12″ above ground level or any other obstruction with the opening pointed down.
SEPARATION OF TURNS
•For best performance, separate all turns by
at least 4 ft. of straight duct, including distance between last turn and dampened wall cap.
SEALING OF JOINTS
•All joints should be tight to avoid leaks. The male end of each section of duct must point away from the dryer.
•Do not assemble the ductwork with fasteners that extend into the duct. They will serve as a collection point for lint.
•Duct joints should be made airand moisture-tight by wrapping the overlapped joints with duct tape or aluminum tape.
•Horizontal runs should slope down towards the outdoors 1/4″ per foot.
INSULATION
•Ductwork that runs through an unheated area or is near air conditioning should be insulated to reduce condensation and lint buildup.
TOOLS AND MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED TO INSTALL EXHAUST DUCT
Phillips-head screwdriver 
Drill with 1/8″ drill bit
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EXHAUSTING THE DRYER (cont.)
CONNECTING THE DRYER TO
HOUSE VENT
RIGID METAL TRANSITION DUCT
•For best drying performance, a rigid metal transition duct is recommended.
•Rigid metal transition ducts reduce the risk of crushing and kinking.
UL-LISTED FLEXIBLE METAL (SEMI-RIGID) TRANSITION DUCT
•If rigid metal duct cannot be used, then UL-listed flexible metal (semi-rigid) ducting can be used (Kit WX08X10077).
•Never install flexible metal duct in walls, ceilings, floors or other enclosed spaces.
•Total length of flexible metal duct should not exceed 8 feet (2.4 m).
•For many applications, installing elbows at both the dryer and the wall is highly recommended (see illustrations at right). Elbows allow the dryer to sit close to the wall without kinking and/or crushing the transition duct, maximizing drying performance.
•Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects.
UL-LISTED FLEXIBLE METAL (FOIL-TYPE)
TRANSITION DUCT
•In special installations, it may be necessary to connect the dryer to the house vent using a flexible metal (foil-type) duct. A UL-listed flexible metal (foil-type) duct may be used ONLY in installations where rigid metal or flexible metal (semi-rigid) ducting cannot be used AND where a 4″ diameter can be maintained throughout the entire length
of the transition duct.
•In Canada and the United States, only the flexible metal (foil-type) ducts that comply with the “Outline for Clothes Dryer Transition Duct Subject 2158A” shall be used.
•Never install flexible metal duct in walls, ceilings, floors or other enclosed spaces.
•Total length of flexible metal duct should not exceed 8 feet (2.4 m).
•Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects.
•For best drying performance:
1.Slide one end of the duct over the clothes dryer outlet pipe.
2.Secure the duct with a clamp.
3.With the dryer in its permanent position, extend the duct to its full length. Allow 2″ of duct to overlap the exhaust pipe. Cut off and remove excess duct. Keep the duct as straight as possible for maximum airflow.
4.Secure the duct to the exhaust pipe with the other clamp.
FOR TRANSITION VENTING (DRYER TO WALL), DO:
•DO cut duct as short as possible and install straight into wall.
•DO use elbows when turns are necessary.
Elbows
DO NOT:
•DO NOT bend or collapse ducting. Use elbows if turns are necessary.
•DO NOT use excessive exhaust length. Cut duct as short as possible.
•DO NOT crush duct against the wall.
•DO NOT set dryer on duct.
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WARNING – USE ONLY METAL 4″ DUCT. DO NOT USE DUCT LONGER THAN
SPECIFIED IN THE EXHAUST LENGTH TABLE.
Using exhaust longer than specified length will:
•Increase the drying times and the energy cost.
•Reduce the dryer life.
•Accumulate lint, creating a potential fire hazard.
The correct exhaust installation is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
Problems due to incorrect installation are not covered by the warranty.
The MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE length of
the exhaust system depends upon the type of duct, number of turns, the type of exhaust
hood (wall cap) and all conditions noted below.
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EXHAUST SYSTEM CHECKLIST
HOOD OR WALL CAP
•Terminate in a manner to prevent back drafts or entry of birds or other wildlife.
•Termination should present minimal resistance to the exhaust airflow and should require little or no maintenance to prevent clogging.
•Never install a screen in or over the exhaust duct. This could cause lint buildup.
•Wall caps must be installed at least 12″ above ground level or any other obstruction with the opening pointed down.
SEPARATION OF TURNS
For best performance, separate all turns by at least 4 ft. of straight duct, including the distance between the last turn and the exhaust hood.
TURNS OTHER THAN 90º
•One turn of 45º or less may be ignored.
•Two 45º turns should be treated as one 90º turn.
•Each turn over 45º should be treated as one 90º turn.
SEALING OF JOINTS
•All joints should be tight to avoid leaks. The male end of each section of duct must point away from the dryer.
•Do not assemble the ductwork with fasteners that extend into the duct. They will serve as a collection point for lint.
•Duct joints can be made airand moisture-tight by wrapping the overlapped joints with duct tape.
•Horizontal runs should slope down toward the outdoors 1/2″ per foot.
INSULATION
Ductwork that runs through an unheated area or is near air conditioning should be insulated to reduce condensation and lint buildup.
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EXHAUSTING THE DRYER (cont.)
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
•Remove and discard existing plastic or metal foil duct and replace with UL-listed duct.
•Remove any lint from the wall exhaust opening.
Wall
Internal
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Opening
Check that exhaust
hood damper opens
and closes freely.
STANDARD REAR EXHAUST
We recommend that you install your dryer before installing your washer. This will permit direct access for easier exhaust connection.
Slide the end of the exhaust duct on the back of the dryer and secure with duct tape or
a hose clamp.
RECOMMENDED CONFIGURATION TO MINIMIZE EXHAUST BLOCKAGE
Using duct elbows will prevent duct kinking and collapsing.
Transition
Ducting
Duct
NOTE: We strongly recommend using rigid metal exhaust duct.
•For straight-line installation, connect the dryer exhaust to the wall, using duct tape.
Wall Side
Dryer
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SIDE VENTING:
Dryer Exhaust to right of cabinet for Electric models only.
Dryer Exhaust to left of cabinet for Gas and Electric models.
WARNING – BEFORE PERFORMING THIS EXHAUST INSTALLATION, BE SURE TO DISCONNECT THE DRYER FROM ITS ELECTRICAL SUPPLY. PROTECT YOUR HANDS AND ARMS FROM SHARP EDGES WHEN WORKING INSIDE THE CABINET. BE SURE TO WEAR GLOVES.
Remove Right screw
and save
Left
Bottom
Remove desired knockout (one only)
Detach and remove the bottom, right or left side knockout as desired. Remove the screw inside the dryer exhaust duct and save. Pull the duct out of the dryer.
Fixing hole
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Cut the duct as shown and keep portion A.
TAB LOCATION
Not for gas
Bend tab up 45°
Through the rear opening, locate the tab in the middle of the appliance base. Lift the tab to about 45°, using a flat-blade screwdriver.
ADDING A NEW DUCT
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Left side exhaust 
Reconnect the cut portion (A) of the duct to the blower housing. Make sure that the shortened duct is aligned with the tab in the base. Use the screw saved previously to secure the duct in place through the tab on the appliance base.
ADDING ELBOW AND DUCT FOR EXHAUST TO LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE OF CABINET
Internal duct
Rear opening
•Insert the 4″ elbow through the rear opening and connect the elbow to the dryer internal duct.
Side opening
•Insert the 4″ duct through the side opening and connect it to the elbow.
CAUTION:Do not pull or damage the electrical wires and do not remove the vinyl cover from the electrical components inside the dryer when inserting the duct. A slight interference may occur between the exhaust and the wire components.
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EXHAUSTING THE DRYER (cont.)
SIDE VENTING (cont.)
ADDING ELBOW AND DUCT FOR EXHAUST TO LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE OF CABINET (cont.)
• Apply duct tape as shown on the joint between the dryer internal duct and the elbow, and also the joint between the
elbow and the side duct.
CAUTION:
Internal duct joints must be secured with tape; otherwise, they may separate and cause a safety hazard.
ADDING COVER PLATE TO REAR OF CABINET (SIDE EXHAUST)
Plate 
(Kit WE1M454)
Connect standard metal elbows and ducts to complete the exhaust system. Cover back opening with a plate (Kit WE1M454) available from your local service provider. Place dryer in final location.
WARNING – NEVER LEAVE THE BACK OPENING WITHOUT THE PLATE.
(Kit WE1M454)
BOTTOM VENTING:
Dryer Exhaust to the bottom of cabinet for Gas and Electric models.
WARNING – BEFORE PERFORMING THIS EXHAUST INSTALLATION, BE SURE TO DISCONNECT THE DRYER FROM ITS ELECTRICAL SUPPLY. PROTECT YOUR HANDS AND ARMS FROM SHARP EDGES WHEN WORKING INSIDE THE CABINET. BE SURE TO WEAR GLOVES.
Remove screw and save
Bottom
Remove desired knockout (one only)
Remove the screw inside the dryer exhaust duct and save. Pull the duct out of the dryer. Detach and remove the bottom knockout.
Fixing hole
A
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Cut the duct as shown and keep portion A.
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